Consumer Information

Art of the Gun: German MG-42 Machine Gun

By CTD Scott   May 2, 2014

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May 2, 2014 is the first day of the spring auction at the Rock Island Auction Company. There are lots of historical, collectible, and beautiful firearms up for grabs this year, but this one caught my eye. Dubbed “Hitler’s Buzz Saw” by WWII soldiers, this German MG-42 medium machine gun was used by the Nazi forces throughout the second World War. The design was easily produced, innovative, and effective, the Allies copied much the weapon to create the M60 machine gun. The specimen on sale is outfitted to be used as an anti-aircraft weapon with a mount, anti-air sights, and optical sight.

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Ammunition

Short-Barrel Performance — The .45 ACP and Barrel Length

By Bob Campbell   May 2, 2014

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Bob Campbell reports on the differences in .45 ACP ammunition when fired through different barrel lengths. Bob compares results from a GLOCK M41, Rock Island Compact, Colt Commander, and a Colt 1991A1 using Cor Bon DPX and Speer Gold Dot ammunition. Read this report for the results!

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Camping & Survival

Quick Camping Tip: Take a Tarp… or Two

By Suzanne Wiley   May 1, 2014

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You learn a lot of lessons when you are still a wet-behind-the-ears camper. Through numerous camping fails, I have learned that packing a few extra multi-purpose items can turn a potential camping disaster into a weekend of camping success. One of those items is the humble, plastic tarp.

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Firearms

Clean Your AR-15 in 20 Minutes

By CTD Blogger   April 27, 2014

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AR-15 rifles run well even when caked with crud, but sooner or later you do have to clean even the most abuse-immune AR-15 rifle. Cleaning is never fun, but there are a few tools, tips and techniques that can reduce the pain and get you back shooting a little faster.

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Firearms

Art of the Gun: Walther PPK

By CTD Scott   April 25, 2014

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James Bond always had great style. Though notorious for its slide bite, you can’t deny that great look of the PPK (or its America-friendly version, the PPK/s). Class emanates from the gradual curves leading from the muzzle to the trigger guard are iconic, the grip tang and exposed hammer, all the way to the base plate of the magazine.

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Firearms

Art of the Gun: The Beretta PX4 Storm

By CTD Scott   April 25, 2014

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Beretta decided to take the best parts from their popular handguns and apply them to create a gun that was perfect for defensive use. With a light steel-reinforced polymer frame, smooth contours, familiar trigger and safety systems, and a recoil-reducing rotating barrel, the Px4 Storm is designed to be one of the best concealed carry handguns on the market.

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Camping & Survival

Quick Camping Tip: Prepare Food Beforehand

By Suzanne Wiley   April 24, 2014

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It might sound pretty Type A of me, but I preplan, prepare and pre-package every meal before I go camping. Does this make me a control freak? No, it doesn’t. It makes me smart. Preparing the weekend’s meals saves time and space.

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Safety and Training

The Basics: Sight Alignment, Sight Picture, Trigger Control and Hitting

By Bob Campbell   April 24, 2014

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Training and practice are the essential tasks for shooting accurately and well. The pistol you choose, although important, is not nearly as vital as understanding the basic principles involved in shooting, shooting accurately and knowing what to do when confronted with an adversary. Read this post to learn exactly what is the essentials of safe shooting.

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Gear, Parts and Accessories

Choosing a Gun Safe

By Bob Campbell   April 22, 2014

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Choosing the right gun safe for your collection, and your safety, is essential. A locked gun safe keeps your family and friend safe (especially this ever-curious children) and keeps your guns safe from any thieves that decide they want your collection. They’re also a great place for storing other stuff…from that great gift to your favorite cookies. Read this post for tips on what to look for when you buy yours.

and is much easier to do when you read this post.

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